This reference manual covers system management utilities for OpenVMS VAX and OpenVMS Alpha operating systems, specifically those beginning with the letters M through Z. The manual is structured into seven distinct parts:
- Part 1 (Monitor Utility): Tools for monitoring operating system performance.
- Part 2 (Point-to-Point Utility - PPPD): Managing Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) connections.
- Part 3 (POLYCENTER Software Installation Utility): Managing the installation, removal, and configuration of software products.
- Part 4 (SCA Control Program Utility - SCACP): Monitoring and managing OpenVMS Cluster communications (including LAN clusters).
- Part 5 (Show Cluster Utility): Displaying cluster-specific activity and performance metrics.
- Part 6 (System Generation Utility - SYSGEN): Tailoring systems, manipulating parameters, and managing device drivers (with sections specific to VAX).
- Part 7 (System Management Utility - SYSMAN): Centralized management of nodes and cluster environments.
The manual also includes detailed appendices on Monitor recording file formats and a comprehensive reference of system parameters, their categories, and attributes.